Drowned Ammet
Diana Wynne Jones
Drowned Ammet
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Book 2 of The Dalemark Quartet
by Diana Wynne Jones
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Salt spray fills the air, and the rough waves crash against the rocky shore as Mitt and his friends run toward the hidden Holy Islands. The wind whispers secrets of ancient folk heroes whose magic could change everything. What will happen when they discover the truth behind these legends?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fantasy follows Mitt, a young boy fleeing a harsh government with two friends to the mystical Holy Islands. Along the way, they uncover the identities and powers of legendary folk figures, blending adventure with themes of courage and resistance. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains mild peril and explores ideas of authority and bravery.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780060298722
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Greenwillow Books
- Published
- April 1, 2001
- Type
- Fiction